Illinois governor race, 2026 3 candidates · Incumbent running · Nov. 3, 2026 general
Illinois · November 3, 2026 general election
Governor of Illinois
3 candidates on the general-election ballot, listed alphabetically by last name (not in ballot order). Incumbent running; current governor: JB Pritzker.
Record last updated:
| Candidate | Party (as listed) | Running mate | Website | Stated positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Aaron B. Del Mar | Website: baileyforillinois.com | Compiled | |
| Independent | Carolyn Schofield | Website: www.collinforil.com | Compiled | |
 | Democratic | Christian Mitchell | Website: jbpritzker.com | Compiled |
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